Senior Security EngineerFintech Staffing Partners • Saint Paul, Illinois, United States
Senior Security Engineer
Fintech Staffing Partners
- Saint Paul, Illinois, United States
- Saint Paul, Illinois, United States
Über
Job Type: Contract (6-12 months with extension)
Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Wiz Security Engineer to join our team and lead the implementation, optimization, and education efforts around our Wiz cloud security platform. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert, helping our infrastructure and security teams maximize the value of our Wiz deployment while strengthening our overall cloud security posture.
Key Responsibilities
Deploy, configure, and maintain Wiz across multi‑cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Optimize Wiz scanning policies, security frameworks, and integration workflows
Manage Wiz connectors and ensure comprehensive cloud asset visibility
Configure and maintain automated remediation workflows and security policies
Security Operations & Analysis
Analyze security findings and vulnerabilities identified by Wiz
Prioritize risks based on actual exposure, exploitability, and business impact
Investigate misconfigurations, compliance violations, and security gaps
Develop and implement remediation strategies for critical security issues
Create custom security rules and policies tailored to organizational needs
Education & Enablement
Conduct training sessions for infrastructure, DevOps, and security teams
Create documentation, runbooks, and best practice guides for Wiz usage
Provide hands‑on guidance for teams learning to navigate and interpret Wiz findings
Mentor team members on cloud security concepts and Wiz capabilities
Work closely with DevOps, CloudOps, and Infrastructure teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines
Collaborate with compliance teams to ensure regulatory requirements are met
Partner with application teams to resolve security findings in cloud workloads
Integrate Wiz with SIEM, ticketing systems, and other security tools
Strategic Initiatives
Develop cloud security strategies leveraging Wiz capabilities
Establish metrics and KPIs to measure security posture improvements
Stay current with emerging cloud threats and Wiz platform updates
Recommend improvements to cloud architecture based on security insights
Required Qualifications Technical Skills
2+ years of hands‑on experience with Wiz
(or similar CNAP platforms like Prisma Cloud, Orca Security)
Strong cloud platform knowledge : Deep understanding of AWS, Azure, and/or GCP
Cloud security expertise : IAM, network security, encryption, secrets management, container security
Infrastructure as Code : Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools
Container & Kubernetes security : Understanding of container vulnerabilities and K8s security best practices
Compliance frameworks : Knowledge of CIS benchmarks, NIST, SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI‑DSS, or HIPAA
Core Competencies
Vulnerability management and risk assessment methodologies
Cloud architecture and security design patterns
Incident response and security remediation workflows
API integrations and automation scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
Security scanning tools and SIEM platforms
Soft Skills
Excellent communication and presentation abilities
Strong teaching and mentoring capabilities
Ability to translate technical findings into business risk language
Collaborative mindset with cross‑functional teams
Problem‑solving orientation with attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Wiz Certified Professional
or willingness to obtain certification
Cloud security certifications: CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer
General security certifications: CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+
Experience with DevSecOps practices and security automation
Background in penetration testing or offensive security
Experience with security orchestration and response (SOAR) platforms
Previous experience in customer‑facing or consulting roles
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, OR
Equivalent practical experience in cloud security and engineering roles
Seniority level Director
Employment type Contract
Job function Engineering and Consulting
Industries IT Services and IT Consulting
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Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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